photo by John Anderson

Franklin Barbecue

So much has been written about Aaron Franklin and the restaurant that bears his name – the James Beard award, the lines, the religious experience of the brisket – that chiming in now really seems unnecessary. So instead, we'll just say one thing: It really is that good.

900 E. 11th
512/653-1187
www.franklinbbq.com

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